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Running is a sport that can cause a lot of injuries. Some are minor and others can permanently put the brakes on your running career. So when you feel pain on top of your foot after running, you wonder if it will go away or if it will become a bigger problem. Here’s everything you need … Read more

If running has you suffering from groin pain, maybe you’ll be able to take comfort in the fact that it’s a fairly common problem for runners. Groin pain and running can go hand in hand if precautions aren’t taken.What Is Groin Pain?Groin pain is often felt on the inner thigh, the groin, or the lower … Read more

You’ve heard about the unsightly and painful blisters your running friends have experienced during their years in the sport. But now you’ve got your own, and you aren’t sure how to handle it. If the blister had appeared on your heel, you’d know exactly what to do. But what do you do when it’s under your … Read more

Everything seems to be going smoothly — you’ve been killing your runs lately. However, you notice blood in your urine after running and you begin to worry that something’s seriously wrong.What Could It Mean?First of all, take a deep breath and relax. While blood in your urine can be a frightening discovery, it doesn’t always … Read more

Running is your favorite thing to do whenever you have a free hour, but you could definitely do without the ankle pain from running. Here’s what may be causing that pesky pain and what you can do to free yourself from it.Ankle Pain from RunningYou love almost everything about running — how your heart pounds … Read more

It seems reasonable to assume endurance athletes face risks from putting extreme pressure on their bodies. Prolonged physical stress and strain can easily go beyond the body’s limits, and it’s not always easy to know where that limit is. For many people, it’s perfectly safe and healthy to train up to half marathon or marathon … Read more

Most people run to be healthy. Some are trying to lose weight, some are preparing for a marathon, and some are just trying to have a little fun. No matter which of these categories you fall into, however, someone has no doubt told you that you are going to destroy your knees, that you won’t … Read more

You woke up early today, had a quick drink, and headed out the door. As the morning fog is lifting and the early workers are driving by, you are enjoying your morning run. Just as you get going good, though, a side stitch starts creeping in. This stabbing pain can quickly have you doubled over … Read more